Funeral services set for Ridgeland Police Sgt. Ray Daniels
The Ridgeland Police Department has released funeral arrangments for Sgt. Ray Daniels, who died in his home on July 10. A statement sent by Ridgeland Police Chief Brian Meyers said: “Sergeant Daniels served his community with honor, dedication, and selflessness for more than 20 years. Sgt. Daniels was instrumental in training, instructing, and leading a […]
Photos of weekend storm damage in Rankin County
According to emergency officials, one home was destroyed, one had minor damage and 13 homes were affected in the severe weather on Saturday evening. The National Weather Service said their survey team found that the storm was a downburst with maximum straight-line winds of 80 miles per hour and took place near the Castlewoods and […]
Four people, including toddler, shot in Jackson Monday evening
Jackson police say Monday evening four people were shot on Fairway Street. Authorities are looking for Donald Sherrod, 18, in the shooting of two adults, a 17-year-old and a 2-year-old. WLBT reports the toddler was just grazed. Police told WLBT that the incident stemmed from a dispute over, “a female acquaintance between the 17-year-old and […]
Report: Vaiden teen accused of stuffing half-brother in closet, burning apartment
According to the local newspaper, a Carroll County teen is facing charges of first degree murder, arson, and animal cruelty after allegedly locking his half-brother in a closet and setting the house on fire. The Delta News reports that Thomas Perry III is accused of stuffing his half-brother Orlando “King” Pittman in a closet. Police […]
UPDATE: Alleged shoplifter arrested in Hattiesburg
UPDATE: Philip Ryan Bell has been taken into custody, and charged with one count of felony shoplifting. He will be booked in the Forrest County Jail. ORIGINAL POST (July 11, 4:50 p.m.): Hattiesburg Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual in an ongoing felony shoplifting investigation. The individual pictured allegedly stole […]
EMS Memorial focuses on fallen Paramedic Doug Ming Wednesday in Jackson
In conjunction with the National EMS Memorial Foundation, the National EMS Memorial Service is a yearly event that gives families and EMS personnel the opportunity to pay respects to those that have paid the ultimate price as a caregiver in the EMS Line of Duty. In Mississippi, beloved Paramedic Doug Ming died of Covid in […]
New Stage Theatre Prepares to Perform “Children of Eden Jr.”
By Elijah Mangum, Darkhorse Press On Assignment The next generation of thespians are honing their craft at New Stage Theatre’s annual Broadway Jr. Camp. Students have spent the past four weeks learning acting, dancing, music, and more. The camp culminates in the production of “Children of Eden Jr.” “In its simplest form, it is a […]
Facebook Marketplace deal leads to armed robbery in Starkville; three arrested
Three arrests have been made in a Sunday targeted armed robbery that occurred in the Kroger parking lot. The parties met in the Kroger parking lot after initiating a transaction on Facebook Marketplace. Marquavius Turnipseed (pictured left) and Aliza Cox (pictured center) have been charged with armed robbery. Courtney Neal has been charged with accessory […]
Vehicle Gets Shot At in Vicksburg After Swerving to Miss Dog
A man has been arrested after he allegedly shot into a vehicle, resulting in the driver crashing their vehicle. Keandre Harris, 21, of Vicksburg, was arrested Saturday after he allegedly shot at an occupied vehicle in the 1400 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. According to authorities, Harris’ reason for shooting into the vehicle […]
2 Juveniles from Coahoma County flown to hospital after ATV accident
On July 11th, around 1:07 p.m. deputies responded to an accident on Gelston Road in Coahoma County between a motor vehicle and an ATV. The ATV was occupied by three juveniles. All three juveniles were injured. Two of the ATV passengers were flown to the MED by helicopter with one sustaining critical injuries. The driver of […]